"The Serpent has risen. After feeding upon the fear and terror that continues to spread unchecked, a fully-powered Cul Borson now walks the Earth, threatening its very existence. Having eliminated the minor threats, the Serpent and the Worthy have turned their focus to S.H.I.E.L.D.With pleas to Asgard going unanswered, Midgard must fend for itself or succumb to the Serpent." — Chapter Briefing